GRE Word List

EMETIC

an agent that induces vomiting

The meaning of the word emetic is an agent that induces vomiting.

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WordMeaning
evasivetending or intended to evade : equivocal
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
flashylacking in substance or flavor : insipid
verdantgreen in tint or color
hirelinga person who serves for hire especially for purely mercenary motives
apiculturethe keeping of bees especially on a large scale
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
kindleto start (a fire) burning : light
cessiona yielding to another : concession